Divisi

/dɪˈviːzi/ noun

Definition

A musical direction instructing instrumentalists to divide into two or more groups, each playing a different part.

Etymology

From Italian 'divisi,' the plural of 'diviso' (divided), used in musical notation to indicate orchestral division.

Kelly Says

When an orchestra sees 'divisi,' it's like the conductor is splitting one voice into many—creating harmony from what could be a single line.

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